Press

Coverage spanning diamonds, hospitality, real estate, and design.

The following press coverage reflects Bayless Cobb’s work across hospitality, nightlife, real estate, and design over more than a decade. These features document the execution, reception, and cultural impact of projects developed and operated under his leadership, with emphasis on experience-driven environments and long-term brand stewardship.

Eater San Diego - “Red Circle Reopening As New Restaurant & Club”

Bayless Cobb, CEO of King Diamond, Inc. tells Eater that he's putting together a "dream team" of collaborators to help transform the 5,000-square-foot space to a stylish, full service restaurant and high end nightclub.

Eater San Diego (2014)
Red Circle Reopening as New Restaurant & Club

Ranch & Coast - “There’s A Whole Lot Shaking Downtown”

“You’ve started hearing people in L.A. and New York talking about the Gaslamp,” says Bayless Cobb, principal partner and visionary behind AD Nightclub, which opened this summer in the onetime Red Circle space on E Street. “San Diegans have become much more demanding and sophisticated when it comes to culinary and nightlife [offerings]. They’ve traveled to L.A. and Vegas, so they have expectations. They expect ‘A’ level.”

Ranch & Coast Magazine (2014)
There’s a Whole Lot Shaking Downtown

Eater San Diego - “Religion-Themed New Nightclub Encourages Sinning”

The newest nightclub to descend on the Gaslamp takes inspiration from on high, creating a "modern cathedral"-themed stage , with archways, candles, columns and stained glass, for a nightlife experience that includes theatrical performers, multimedia religious iconography and staff uniforms topped with Roman collars. Owner Bayless Cobb and Giana Loya.

Eater San Diego (2014)
Religion-Themed New Nightclub Encourages Sinning

Pacific Magazine - “Join the Club”

Pacific SD: What are a couple of the coolest things that happened at AD Nightclub in 2014?
Bayless Cobb, owner and principal partner: The most amazing thing that happened (this year) was watching the evolution of live performances at our “AD On Wednesday” events. Seeing the biggest-selling recording artists in the country performing in front of sold-out crowds in such a small and intimate venue literally changed everything…

Pacific San Diego Magazine (January 2015)
Join the Club

San Diego News Downtown - Posh new nightclubs are upping the energy level

“AD is exquisite [with] exceptional attention to detail,” said Bayless Cobb, principal partner. “Every nook and cranny has something new to explore — even if you come a dozen times, you haven’t seen all the details.”

San Diego Downtown News (2015)
Posh New Nightclubs Are Upping the Energy Level

Eater San Diego - New Cathedral-Inspired Club to Arise in the Gaslamp

More intel has emerged about the new nightclub destined for the former Red Circle space downtown. AD Nightclub is just embarking on a glamourous makeover that should be completed by mid-to-late March. SoCal design firm Davis Ink has been charged with the grand transformation; expect the 4,000-square-foot space to have an modern cathedral vibe, with tables encircling a large dance floor and multiple bars.

Managing partner Chris Martin (Bar West, Gaijin), Matt Bendik, the impressario behind Hollywood’s AV Nightclub, is also on the team, says that AD Nightclub will concentrate on the entire guest experience and “will not just be an EDM club”, and will also feature dancers and entertainment that they’re calling “live art”.
· AD Nightclub [Official Site]

Eater San Diego (2014)
New Cathedral-Inspired Club to Arise in the Gaslamp

Where San Diego Magazine — Winter 2015 - “Step Out” — AD Nightclub

Where San Diego Magazine featured AD Nightclub in its Winter 2015 issue, highlighting the venue’s cathedral-inspired design, immersive atmosphere, and role in elevating downtown San Diego’s nightlife scene. The coverage positioned AD as a destination experience — blending architecture, performance, and hospitality — and noted its appeal to both locals and visitors seeking high-concept nightlife in the Gaslamp Quarter.

Where San Diego Magazine (Winter 2015)
“AD Nightclub”

SanDiego.org - NEW NIGHTCLUBS SPICE UP SAN DIEGO AFTER DARK

AD Club opened its doors in August 2014 and since then has been offering a full nightclub experience with craft cocktails, synchronized areal theatrics, the latest in music, eleven bottle service booths and a small bites menu. The 4,000 square-foot space is decorated with traditional cathedral and religious elements that give the venue a unique bold and daring design. For those who worship food, exclusive dining “pop-ups” events are hosted with popular chefs who create special prix-fix menus for the occasion. AD Club is a creation of Coronado, California entrepreneurs Bayless Cobb and Giana Loya.

Additional coverage and archival material related to Bayless Cobb’s work across real estate, hospitality, and design can be found throughout the individual brand sites listed below.